1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Aston Martin DB4 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Aston Martin Mercedes-Benz
Model DB4 SLK
Year Released 1958 2007
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3668 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 70 L


 

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